Quote Originally Posted by stevewool View Post
i am still convinced that these containers are a go for me, insulated shipping containers, plus bamboo, and lots of windows
I used to work in them. Extra long ones.

Like this.

http://www.containerhouse.com/dnv_a60_containers.html

They used to get quite hot in the summer, even in the UK.

What about the insulation? Would it not make a nice nest for all sorts of creepy crawlies and reptiles? Would need to be well sealed. And rust proofed.

Have a look at this. These have been built for accomadation purposes:

http://www.containerhouse.com/living_quarters.html

Best painted white to reflect the sun.